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The Rose & the Dagger (The Wrath and the Dawn, #2)

Renée Ahdieh
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The Rose & the Dagger (The Wrath and the Dawn, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2016

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Renée Ahdieh

The Rose & the Dagger (The Wrath and the Dawn, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Khorasan • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2016

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

The Rose & the Dagger by Renée Ahdieh follows a young woman navigating love and political intrigue in a magical, Middle Eastern-inspired world. It continues her journey to unravel curses and confront destiny while deepening relationships with key figures in her life. This sequel to The Wrath & the Dawn blends romance, adventure, and mysticism.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

101,896 ratings

76%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Renée Ahdieh's The Rose & the Dagger is praised for its poetic prose, rich world-building, and electric romance. Critics highlight the strong character development and dynamic plot but note occasional pacing issues and predictability in certain story arcs. Overall, it is a compelling sequel that successfully concludes the duology.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Rose & the Dagger (The Wrath and the Dawn, #2)?

A reader who would enjoy Renée Ahdieh's The Rose & the Dagger is likely drawn to richly woven tales of romance, adventure, and magic set in a historical, quasi-Middle Eastern backdrop. Fans of Kristin Cashore's Graceling series or Sabaa Tahir's An Ember in the Ashes will relish the compelling blend of strong characters and intricate storytelling.

4.3

101,896 ratings

76%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Khorasan • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2016

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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